2004 AUDI A4
3 recalls, 225 complaints - 211 TSBs
16V382000 Jun 1, 2016
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 Audi A4, and 2005-2011 Audi A6 vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, th... Read more
Consequence
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-822-2834.
14E007000 Mar 7, 2014
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Defect Description
The Gates Corporation (Gates) is recalling certain aftermarket Tru-Flow Water Pumps, part number TFW 41127, sold at certain NAPA Auto Parts and/or installed by automotive service technicians after November 1, 2013 (and manufactured August 2013 through October 2013) that have a black-colored pulley/s... Read more
Consequence
A failure of the timing belt may cause the engine to shut down, potentially increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Gates will notify owners, and dealers will replace the water pump, free of charge. The recall began during May 2014. Owners may contact The Gates Corporation at 1-303-744-1911.
05V096000 Mar 15, 2005
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THERE IS A POSSIBILITY OF XENON HEADLAMP COATING DEGRADATION OVER TIME. THE LUMINOUS TRANSMITTANCE OF THE HEADLAMP MAY DECREASE OVER A PERIOD OF TIME.
Consequence
THIS CONDITION COULD AFFECT A DRIVER'S FIELD OF VIEW, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LEFT AND RIGHT XENON HEADLAMP REFLECTORS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 11, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834.
Complaint Statistics
225 total complaints
10 crashes 6 fires 7 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 35 |
| AIR BAGS | 17 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 14 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 12 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP | 12 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 12 |
| TIRES | 9 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 7 |
| TIRES:SIDEWALL | 7 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 7 |
POWER TRAIN
May 5, 2023
Incident date: May 5, 2023
My vehicle has been properly maintained since new. At around 90,000 miles the transmission started making noise. I had trans filter changed and the noise abated. at 92,000 the car started shifting oddly. Several times on the highway the engine would rev and the car loses speed. Loud noises from the ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Sep 16, 2022
Incident date: Sep 7, 2022
This took place about a week ago. The car was parked in our driveway when the fire started. My husband had returned home just 15 minutes prior to the fire starting. I noticed there was smoke coming in our living room window. Then I looked at our security camas. And saw smoke pouring out from underne... Read more
Fire
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sep 16, 2022
Incident date: Sep 7, 2022
This took place about a week ago. The car was parked in our driveway when the fire started. My husband had returned home just 15 minutes prior to the fire starting. I noticed there was smoke coming in our living room window. Then I looked at our security camas. And saw smoke pouring out from underne... Read more
Fire
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
Sep 29, 2021
Incident date: Sep 20, 2021
The contact owns a 2004 Audi A4. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the rear windshield became detached from the soft top. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer to be inspected. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and was awaiting a response. The failure mileage was appr... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 23, 2021
Incident date: Aug 23, 2021
PRNDS appeared in red on my dash and then started blinking. Went on line regarding this and read about a TCM switch or a lever switch malfunction.Have an appt with mechanic on 8/26/21. From what I have read we are looking at a cost prohibitive repair of several thousands of dollars. Does Audi have ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Aug 23, 2021
Incident date: Aug 23, 2021
PRNDS appeared in red on my dash and then started blinking. Went on line regarding this and read about a TCM switch or a lever switch malfunction.Have an appt with mechanic on 8/26/21. From what I have read we are looking at a cost prohibitive repair of several thousands of dollars. Does Audi have ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Aug 23, 2021
Incident date: Aug 23, 2021
PRNDS appeared in red on my dash and then started blinking. Went on line regarding this and read about a TCM switch or a lever switch malfunction.Have an appt with mechanic on 8/26/21. From what I have read we are looking at a cost prohibitive repair of several thousands of dollars. Does Audi have ... Read more
ENGINE
Oct 27, 2020
Incident date: Oct 23, 2020
I WAS DRIVING TO JACKSONVILLE FLORIDA AND CAR HAD SHUT OFF ON ME ON THE HIGHWAY IN YULEE FLORIDA I WAS STUCK ON THE HIGHWAY FOR 7 HRS MY CAR IS STUCK IN FLORIDA
AIR BAGS
Oct 27, 2020
Incident date: Oct 23, 2020
I WAS DRIVING TO JACKSONVILLE FLORIDA AND CAR HAD SHUT OFF ON ME ON THE HIGHWAY IN YULEE FLORIDA I WAS STUCK ON THE HIGHWAY FOR 7 HRS MY CAR IS STUCK IN FLORIDA
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Oct 27, 2020
Incident date: Oct 23, 2020
I WAS DRIVING TO JACKSONVILLE FLORIDA AND CAR HAD SHUT OFF ON ME ON THE HIGHWAY IN YULEE FLORIDA I WAS STUCK ON THE HIGHWAY FOR 7 HRS MY CAR IS STUCK IN FLORIDA
ENGINE
Aug 14, 2020
Incident date: Mar 19, 2020
I ORIGINALLY HAD 3 RECALLS ON MY VEHICLE I CALLED IN TO SEE ABOUT GETTING THEM FIXED FREE OF CHARGE AS EXPLAINED IN THE RECALL TECH BULLETIN .THE CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE PROCEEDED IN GETTING ALL OF MY INFORMATION THEN AFTER DOING SO TELLS ME THERE ARE NO RECALLS ON MY VEHICLE AND PROCEEDED T... Read more
Fire
AIR BAGS
Aug 14, 2020
Incident date: Mar 19, 2020
I ORIGINALLY HAD 3 RECALLS ON MY VEHICLE I CALLED IN TO SEE ABOUT GETTING THEM FIXED FREE OF CHARGE AS EXPLAINED IN THE RECALL TECH BULLETIN .THE CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE PROCEEDED IN GETTING ALL OF MY INFORMATION THEN AFTER DOING SO TELLS ME THERE ARE NO RECALLS ON MY VEHICLE AND PROCEEDED T... Read more
Fire
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Aug 14, 2020
Incident date: Mar 19, 2020
I ORIGINALLY HAD 3 RECALLS ON MY VEHICLE I CALLED IN TO SEE ABOUT GETTING THEM FIXED FREE OF CHARGE AS EXPLAINED IN THE RECALL TECH BULLETIN .THE CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE PROCEEDED IN GETTING ALL OF MY INFORMATION THEN AFTER DOING SO TELLS ME THERE ARE NO RECALLS ON MY VEHICLE AND PROCEEDED T... Read more
Fire
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Feb 3, 2020
Incident date: Jan 31, 2020
WHEN ENGINE IS UNDER LOAD WITH A FAULTY FUEL PUMP, THE ENGINE WILL STALL WHILST MOVING WITHOUT TURNING MOTOR OFF. ONLY REMEDY IS TO TURN ENGINE OFF AND ON, SINCE THE FUEL PUMP WILL NOT START ITSELF BACK ON AFTER THE STALL.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Oct 11, 2019
Incident date: Oct 10, 2019
MY VEHICLE STARTED UP FINE AND I WAS DRIVING TO WORK, I WAS IDLING AT THE RED LIGHT AND MY CAR SHUT OFF AND SIGNALED THE BATTERY LIGHT. WE TRIED TO JUMP IT THINKING IT WAS THE BATTERY LIKE IT SIGNALED, AND IT WASNT SO WE HAD TO TOW IT. THE CAR STILL DOESNT START. IT CRANKS BUT WONT START AND I WAS I... Read more
AIR BAGS
Aug 21, 2018
Incident date: Jun 30, 2018
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 AUDI A4. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V427000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. AUDI NORTH MI... Read more
ENGINE
May 7, 2018
Incident date: Mar 1, 2018
MY AUDI STOPPED BLOWING OUT HEAT FIRST AND THEN THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. WHEN I TOOK IT TO GET THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CODE TESTED IT READ PRESSURE DEFAULT. NOT LONG AFTER MY AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON. NOW MY CAR IS LEAKING COOLANT.
AIR BAGS
May 7, 2018
Incident date: Mar 1, 2018
MY AUDI STOPPED BLOWING OUT HEAT FIRST AND THEN THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. WHEN I TOOK IT TO GET THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CODE TESTED IT READ PRESSURE DEFAULT. NOT LONG AFTER MY AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON. NOW MY CAR IS LEAKING COOLANT.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Apr 16, 2018
Incident date: Apr 16, 2018
THE HID XENON HEADLIGHTS HAVE DIMMED TO THE POINT WHERE DRIVING AT NIGHT COULD BECOME DIFFICULT. THERE IS A RECALL (05V096000) FOR 2004 AUDI A4'S WITH HID HEADLIGHTS BUT THIS VIN. IS NOT INCLUDED. POSSIBLY A KNOWN PROBLEM TO AUDI.
AIR BAGS
Feb 22, 2018
Incident date: Jan 20, 2018
ON FEBRUARY 20TH I WAS PUTTING SOME ITEMS IN CAR.. I STARTED MY CAR TO GET IT WARM IT WAS VERY COLD OUTSIDE. FOR TEN TO 15 MINUTES THE CAR SAT AND WAS IDLING. I CAME INSIDE TO GET LAST FEW ITEMS TO LOAD INTO VEHICLE. I OPENED BACK PASSENGER DOOR WHEN A LOUD SOUND AS IF A GUNSHOT WENT OFF. TO MY... Read more
AIR BAGS
Oct 27, 2017
Incident date: Aug 6, 2017
TAKATA AIRBAG INFLATORS, I GOT IN MY CAR AND THE AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON FOR NO REASON , AND IT IS STILL ON. FOR MORE THAN 3 MONTHS NOW
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Nov 17, 2016
Incident date: Nov 12, 2016
GAS PEDAL BECAME STUCK WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY. I WAS ABLE TO PULL TO THE SHOULDER BY PUTTING THE VEHICLE IN NEUTRAL AND TURNING OFF THE VEHICLE. NOT SURE EXACTLY HOW THIS OCCURRED, BUT IT APPEARED THAT THE PEDAL ACCELERATED ON IT'S OWN. I SENT AN EMAIL TO AUDI TO SEE IF THERE WERE ANY INCIDENC... Read more
AIR BAGS
Nov 9, 2016
Incident date: Nov 9, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 AUDI A4. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 16V382000 (AIR BAGS) AND 16V079000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS FOR THE RECALL REPAIRS WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL RE... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Aug 28, 2016
Incident date: Apr 10, 2015
REAR WINDOW OF CONVERTIBLE SOFT TOP FOR 2004 AUDI A4 CABRIOLET. AN OLD ISSUE OFTEN SUFFERED BY AUDI CABRIOLETS FROM 2003-2009. CLAIMED TO BE CAUSED BY THE ADHESIVE THAT AUDI USES. THIS CAN BE CAUSED BY KEEPING THE CAR OUTSIDE INSTEAD OF IN A GARAGE AS PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO SUNLIGHT CAUSES THE ADHE... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Aug 28, 2016
Incident date: Apr 10, 2015
REAR WINDOW OF CONVERTIBLE SOFT TOP FOR 2004 AUDI A4 CABRIOLET. AN OLD ISSUE OFTEN SUFFERED BY AUDI CABRIOLETS FROM 2003-2009. CLAIMED TO BE CAUSED BY THE ADHESIVE THAT AUDI USES. THIS CAN BE CAUSED BY KEEPING THE CAR OUTSIDE INSTEAD OF IN A GARAGE AS PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO SUNLIGHT CAUSES THE ADHE... Read more
ENGINE
Aug 24, 2016
Incident date: Aug 19, 2016
OIL DIPSTICK & SUPPORT TUBE, MADE OF PLASTIC, CRACKS - BRAKES INTO PIECES , BOTH ON THE DIPSTICK & TUBE THAT CAN EASILY GO DOWN THE TUBE INTO THE OIL BELOW. LOOKS LIKE A POOR ENGINEERING DECISION TO USE PLASTIC THAT AFTER YEARS OF HEATING TO NEAR ENGIND TEMPATURES THEN COOLING HAS A HIGH PROBABILIT... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Jun 29, 2016
Incident date: Jun 11, 2016
ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS THE AUTOMATIC BRAKE SYSTEM ENGAGES THE BRAKES WITH NO WARNING. THIS DANGEROUS AND POSSIBLY DEADLY SITUATION HAS BEEN REPORTED TO THE MANUFACTURER AND MANY AUTHORIZED DEALERS.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Apr 22, 2016
Incident date: Apr 3, 2016
PREMATURE REAR WINDOW LEAK DUE TO GLUE PROBLEM WHICH RESULTS IN REPLACING COMPLETE TOP DEALERSHIP SAID WINDOW WAS REPAIRED BEFORE ON PREVIOUS OWNER.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Jan 2, 2016
Incident date: Jan 1, 2016
WHEN COLD TEMPERATURE OUTSIDE AND LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS ARE USED. DASH WILL READ OUT WITH (LEFT HEADLIGHT DIPPED) ERROR. SEEMS TO BE A COMMON ISSUE AMONG THIS CAR MODEL
AIR BAGS
Nov 11, 2015
Incident date: Nov 1, 2015
AIR BAG LITE STAYS ON
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 25, 2015
Incident date: Jun 5, 2015
ELECTRONIC DEFICIENCY OVERRIDING SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER ON THE CAR. WHEN CAR IS FIRST STARTED...THREE LOUD BEEPS OCCUR AND THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS START BLINKING ON AND OFF. FOLLOWING THE THREE LOUD BEEPS BOTH THE SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER ARE DISABLED. WHEN DRIVING, THE SPEEDOMETER DOES N... Read more
ENGINE
May 1, 2015
Incident date: Apr 29, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 AUDI A4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED. IN ADDITION, THE ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE OIL PRESSURE WAS DISPLAYED ACROSS THE MESSAGE BOARD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AN OIL CHANGE WAS PREVIOUSLY PERFORMED ON THE VEHICLE. TH... Read more
AIR BAGS
Mar 6, 2015
Incident date: Nov 3, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 AUDI A4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 100,000.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Dec 2, 2014
Incident date: Nov 26, 2014
WAS DRIVING ON FREEWAY FOR A FEW HOURS DURING WHICH CAR WAS RUNNING FINE, AND CAR SUDDENLY LOST POWER JUST AFTER I GOT OFF FREEWAY AND APPROACHED A MOUNTAIN ROAD INCLINE. THERE WAS NO WARNING LIGHT, OR PRIOR SYMPTOMS TO ENGINE FAILURE, IT JUST STOPPED. WITH HELP, I WAS ABLE TO GET CAR OUT OF THE MID... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Dec 2, 2014
Incident date: Nov 26, 2014
WAS DRIVING ON FREEWAY FOR A FEW HOURS DURING WHICH CAR WAS RUNNING FINE, AND CAR SUDDENLY LOST POWER JUST AFTER I GOT OFF FREEWAY AND APPROACHED A MOUNTAIN ROAD INCLINE. THERE WAS NO WARNING LIGHT, OR PRIOR SYMPTOMS TO ENGINE FAILURE, IT JUST STOPPED. WITH HELP, I WAS ABLE TO GET CAR OUT OF THE MID... Read more
AIR BAGS
Nov 17, 2014
Incident date: Nov 3, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 AUDI A4. AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 87,000.
AIR BAGS
Oct 3, 2014
Incident date: Nov 11, 2013
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 AUDI A4. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IDLING, THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG AND TWO OF THE CURTAIN SIDE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED INADVERTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER WHO STATED THAT THE AIR BAGS NEEDED TO BE REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTI... Read more
ENGINE
Jun 12, 2014
Incident date: May 15, 2014
DURING DRIVING CHECK ENGINE START BLINKING AND ENGINE START SHAKING . AFTER STOP AND TURNING OFF ENGINE FOR A COUPLE OF MINUTES AND STARTING ENGINE AGAIN EVERYTHING WAS FINE UNTIL NEXT DAY . START ENGINE AND ENGINE LIGHT WAS ON , CAR HAS 2 CYLINDER MISFIRE , LOOSING COOLANT FROM COOLING FLANGE AND T... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Mar 20, 2014
Incident date: Feb 6, 2014
WHILE DRIVING THROUGH A PARKING LOT, MY 2004 AUDI A4 1.8 CABRIOLET SUDDENLY ACCELERATED FOR NO APPARENT REASON. I WAS ABLE TO SHUT IT DOWN AND CHECKED TO MAKE SURE THE FLOOR MAT WAS NOT INTERFERING WITH THE GAS PEDAL. I RESTARTED THE CAR AND DROVE TO MY NEXT LOCATION WITHOUT INCIDENT. HOWEVER, AF... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 18, 2014
Incident date: Feb 17, 2010
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 AUDI A4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO LOSE POWER. THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED AND FUNCTIONED PROPERLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION WHERE THEY STATED THAT THEY COULD NOT DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHI... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Oct 28, 2013
Incident date: Oct 28, 2013
I WAS DRIVING MY 2004 AUDI A4 (1.8, CONVERTIBLE) ON A LOCAL ROAD AT APPROX 30MPH, WHEN THE ACCELERATOR SUDDENLY DROPPED FROM UNDER MY FOOT AND THE CAR ACCELERATED VERY RAPIDLY. IT FELT LIKE THE CRUISE CONTROL HAD COME ON BY ITSELF (THE CRUISE CONTROL WAS COMPLETELY OFF AT THE TIME). I PUT THE CAR ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Oct 28, 2013
Incident date: Oct 28, 2013
I WAS DRIVING MY 2004 AUDI A4 (1.8, CONVERTIBLE) ON A LOCAL ROAD AT APPROX 30MPH, WHEN THE ACCELERATOR SUDDENLY DROPPED FROM UNDER MY FOOT AND THE CAR ACCELERATED VERY RAPIDLY. IT FELT LIKE THE CRUISE CONTROL HAD COME ON BY ITSELF (THE CRUISE CONTROL WAS COMPLETELY OFF AT THE TIME). I PUT THE CAR ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 28, 2013
Incident date: Oct 28, 2013
I WAS DRIVING MY 2004 AUDI A4 (1.8, CONVERTIBLE) ON A LOCAL ROAD AT APPROX 30MPH, WHEN THE ACCELERATOR SUDDENLY DROPPED FROM UNDER MY FOOT AND THE CAR ACCELERATED VERY RAPIDLY. IT FELT LIKE THE CRUISE CONTROL HAD COME ON BY ITSELF (THE CRUISE CONTROL WAS COMPLETELY OFF AT THE TIME). I PUT THE CAR ... Read more
AIR BAGS
Sep 23, 2013
Incident date: Sep 15, 2013
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 AUDI A4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS SHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL AND THE PARKING BRAKE WAS APPLIED WHEN THE DRIVER'S SIDE CURTAIN AIR BAGS DEPLOYED ERRONEOUSLY AND WITHOUT WARNING. THE AIR BAG INSIDE THE DRIVER'S SEAT ALSO DEPLOYED AND BECAME DETACHED FROM THE FRAME.... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jan 21, 2013
Incident date: Nov 8, 2012
I FIRST HAD A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT POP ON MY 04 AUDI A4 CVT THE CODE NUMBER 17090, THEN FLASHING PNDR INDICATOR LIGHTS. AFTER DOING MANY HOURS OF RESEARCH AND HEARING OTHER STORIES ABOUT AUDI CVT ISSUES, I CAME TO A CONCLUSION THAT THE ISSUE LIES WITHIN THE TCM (TRANSMISSION COMPUTER) AND HAS A FAUL... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Dec 5, 2012
Incident date: Nov 23, 2012
I'M 26, MOTHER OF A 9 YR & 14 MO OLD. CURRENTLY, I'M UNEMPLOYED AND I CAN'T AFFORD TO PAY $2,500 TO REPAIR THE FUEL PUMP THAT AUDI INITIALLY INSTALLED IN MY CAR. I WAS SO EXCITED TO BUY THIS AUDI USED 4 YRS AGO WITH 80,000 MILES. THIS HAS BEEN THE MOST COSTLY AND THE MOST UNSAFE VEHICLE I HAVE OWNED... Read more
ENGINE
Oct 10, 2012
Incident date: Oct 4, 2012
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 AUDI A4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT A WEEK AFTER HAVING THE OIL CHANGED, COOLANT FLANGE REPLACED AND THE READINESS CODES RESET THE ENGINE SEIZED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHO DIAGNOSE THAT THE ENGINE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE TECHNICIAN EXPLAINED THAT THE ENGINE ... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Aug 20, 2012
Incident date: Aug 10, 2011
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 AUDI A4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER HEAD LIGHT FAILED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION AND THEY STATED THAT THE LIGHT BULB NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIE... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Aug 8, 2012
Incident date: Aug 8, 2012
I BOUGHT A 2004 AUDI A4 WITH ONLY 92K MILES ON IT, ON MY WAY HOME WITH THE CAR I HEARD THIS WEIRD NOISE EVERY TIME ACCELERATE IN FIRST GEAR AS SOON AS I CHANGE TO SECOND ITS GONE. AFTER DOING SOME RESEARCH ON-LINE I NOTICED THAT ALOT OF PEOPLE HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM, THEN I STARTED TO WONDER IF AUDI... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
May 30, 2012
Incident date: May 30, 2012
I WAS DRIVING OUR 2004 AUDI A4 ON A TWO LANE ROAD AT APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH. MOVED INTO THE LEFT HAND LANE AND ACCELERATED TO 35 MPH TO PASS A CAR AND WHEN RELEASING MY FOOT FROM THE GAS PEDAL, THE GAS PEDAL CONTINUED TO DEPRESS ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR ON ITS OWN AND THE CAR ACCELERATED AT A HIGH RA... Read more
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EPA Fuel Economy, 2004 AUDI A4
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8L 4-cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios) (Front-Wheel Drive) | 20.0 | 27.0 | 23.0 | Premium | $3,300 |
| 1.8L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 20.0 | 29.0 | 23.0 | Premium | $3,300 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios) (Front-Wheel Drive) | 18.0 | 26.0 | 21.0 | Premium | $3,600 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Compact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2004 AUDI A4
211 manufacturer communications from 156 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 20 |
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 18 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 16 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 15 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 14 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 11 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 7 |
| 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 7 |
A0023742052680_4
Oct 4, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This bulletin provides information on the additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries.
SM 48-2022
Jun 15, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
A0021482021205_6
Jun 25, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This informational bulletin explains how to order replacement VIN plates, Safety Certification Labels, etc.
A0021482021205_6
Jun 25, 2021
160000 STRUCTURE
This informational bulletin explains how to order replacement VIN plates, Safety Certification Labels, etc.
A0020362002047_1
Apr 16, 2020
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
This information bulletin contains instructions for technicans on how to ensure their TAC call goes smoothly.
A9419182012749_1
Dec 6, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Exterior lights, moisture accumulation 2013-2021 A3 Cabriolet, 2016-2018 Sportback, 2004-2005 A4 Cabriolet, 2004-2008 S4 Cabriolet, 2008 RS4 Cabriolet, 2010-2021 A4 allroad, 2018-2021 A5 Sportback, 2010-2012, 2018-2021 RS5 Cabriolet, 2018-
A9419182012749_1
Dec 6, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Exterior lights, moisture accumulation 2013-2021 A3 Cabriolet, 2016-2018 Sportback, 2004-2005 A4 Cabriolet, 2004-2008 S4 Cabriolet, 2008 RS4 Cabriolet, 2010-2021 A4 allroad, 2018-2021 A5 Sportback, 2010-2012, 2018-2021 RS5 Cabriolet, 2018-
A9419182012749_1
Dec 6, 2019
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Exterior lights, moisture accumulation 2013-2021 A3 Cabriolet, 2016-2018 Sportback, 2004-2005 A4 Cabriolet, 2004-2008 S4 Cabriolet, 2008 RS4 Cabriolet, 2010-2021 A4 allroad, 2018-2021 A5 Sportback, 2010-2012, 2018-2021 RS5 Cabriolet, 2018-
20AUTIRECHAINS
Dec 4, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
New document 2004-2020 A4 allroad, A6 allroad, A8L, R8 Spyder
20AUTIRECHAINS
Dec 4, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
New document 2004-2020 A4 allroad, A6 allroad, A8L, R8 Spyder
20AUTIRECHAINS
Dec 4, 2019
190000 TIRES
New document 2004-2020 A4 allroad, A6 allroad, A8L, R8 Spyder
SM 80-2019
Oct 1, 2019
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Parts are currently blocked from sale at this time.
A0019262052680_2
Sep 30, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin contains instructions for additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries (airbag/seatbelts, accidents, fire and overheat damage.
A0019252011732_1
Sep 17, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
00 Software Version Management (SVM), operating instructions
AWC 19-05
Aug 28, 2019
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
This communication is issued to inform dealers of updated shipping regulations related to lithium ion batteries.
AWC 19-05
Aug 28, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This communication is issued to inform dealers of updated shipping regulations related to lithium ion batteries.
AWC 19-05
Aug 28, 2019
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
This communication is issued to inform dealers of updated shipping regulations related to lithium ion batteries.
AWC 19-04
Jul 22, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This communication is issued to remind dealers of the repair validation process for repair group 19. 2005-2019 A3, 1996-2019 A4, 2008-2019 A5, 1992-2019 A6, 2012-2019 A7, 1997-2019 A8, 2019 E-Tron, 2015-2019 Q3, 2010-2019 Q5, 2007-2019 Q7
A9119652050565_2
Jun 18, 2019
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This bulletin contains general software update instructions for vehicles with PR Code 7UH. 2016-2020 A3, 2016-2020 A3 Cabrio, 2016 A3 Sportback, 2016-2020 A4, 2016-2020 A4 allroad, 2016-2012 A4 Avant, 2016-2020 A5 Cabrio, 2016-2020 A5 Cou
A0019212052680_1
Jun 7, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin contains instructions for additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries (airbag/seatbelts, accidents, fire and overheat damage). 2008-2021A3, 2015-2021A3 Cabrio, 2005-2016 A3 Sportback, 1999-2021 A4, 2010-2
A0019212052680_1
Jun 7, 2019
150000 SEAT BELTS
This bulletin contains instructions for additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries (airbag/seatbelts, accidents, fire and overheat damage). 2008-2021A3, 2015-2021A3 Cabrio, 2005-2016 A3 Sportback, 1999-2021 A4, 2010-2
A0019212052680_1
Jun 7, 2019
140000 AIR BAGS
This bulletin contains instructions for additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries (airbag/seatbelts, accidents, fire and overheat damage). 2008-2021A3, 2015-2021A3 Cabrio, 2005-2016 A3 Sportback, 1999-2021 A4, 2010-2
A911743 2042097-
Aug 21, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This informational bulletin contains resource information for when the traffic feature is inoperative in the MMI navigation.
A941791 2012749-
Jul 31, 2017
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
This informational bulletin contains technical information for when there is condensation visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front turn signal, daytime running lights, and/or third brake light l
SM 44-2017 EN
Jun 28, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the superseded part numbers going forward.
A171782 2010043-
May 10, 2017
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This informational bulletin contains all the the Audi Oil Quality Standards that should be used when doing an oil change.
A571738 2017082-
Mar 23, 2017
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
This informational bulletin contains instructions for sychronizing the remote key after the battery has been disconnected or replaced.
A571738 2017082-
Mar 23, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This informational bulletin contains instructions for sychronizing the remote key after the battery has been disconnected or replaced.
ATE-17-05
Mar 3, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Due to increasing requests for high voltage personal protective equipment (HVE PPE) for dealer technicians working with high voltage vehicles (Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Electric Vehicle), the Volkswagen Tools and Equipment Team has identified
A441662 2010334-
Oct 19, 2016
200000 WHEELS
This information TSB provides information regarding the correct way to torque adjust a wheel bolt.
A201559 2011703-
Dec 10, 2015
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 20 number 13-29 dated November 15, 2013. The fuel tank has been removed from the vehicle and must be neutralized before shipment or disposal. When the fuel tank in a vehicle is replaced, the origi
A201559 2011703-
Dec 10, 2015
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 20 number 13-29 dated November 15, 2013. The fuel tank has been removed from the vehicle and must be neutralized before shipment or disposal. When the fuel tank in a vehicle is replaced, the origi
A001578 2021205-
Dec 10, 2015
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 00 number 10-05 dated June 14, 2010. VIN plate and/or B-Pillar Safety Certification label requires replacement.
A911526 2042097-
Dec 8, 2015
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
The traffic feature in the MMI navigation is inoperative. If the vehicle is a model year 2016 A6 or A7, see TSB 2042013: 91 Audi connect online destination search, Google Earth navigation view, or INRIX online traffic is not available. Ther
A961501 2019260-
Sep 21, 2015
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 96 number 13-67 dated July 10, 2013. The customer may report that the handheld transmitter cannot be programmed to the garage door opener control module, J530. The customer?s door opener system ma
A191562 2025303-
Sep 8, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 15-61 dated July 7, 2015. Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for service a
A611523 2010342-
Aug 31, 2015
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 61 number 13-21 dated September 3, 2013. Convertible top exterior cloth appears soiled. The convertible top is made of durable fabric that has been treated at the factory with a compound that help
A1915612025303-5
Jul 7, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 14-50 dated June 20, 2014. Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for service
SB-01-15-29
Jul 1, 2015
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
AUDI: ENGINE, ON SOME VEHICLES, WOULD RUN IRREGULARLY OR HAVE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON OR POSSIBLE FILTER ELEMENT FOR CAMSHAFT ADJUSTMENT VALVE CAN LOOSEN AND IN OIL CIRCUIT, THERE IS NO DAMAGE FROM LOOSENED PARTICLES. MODEL AL
A911598 2018187-
Jun 29, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 14-50 dated July 10, 2014. Customer may report that cracking, grinding, rattling, humming, whining, or similar interference is coming from one or more speakers. Parts of the speakers (su
A971548 2013504-
May 29, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 97 number 10-15 dated October 20, 2010. Sporadic fault memory entries are stored in various control modules. Contacts may be widened (over 0.63 mm) if incorrect pins or incorrect methods for curre
A941565 2012749-
Apr 17, 2015
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 94 number 12-92 dated October 24, 2012. Condensation is visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front turn signal, daytime running lights, or third brake l
A911579 2038824-
Mar 20, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 14-69 dated November 4, 2014. The following message appears on the MMI display: "Device or cable type not supported". The AMI cable being used is a genuine Audi-branded cable with an Aud
A101511 2018288-
Mar 17, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 10 number 13-10 dated September 5, 2013. Prior to engine replacement, any debris lodged in transferred assemblies must be removed. If the engine experienced a serious mechanical problem, it is pos
A911578 2011500-
Mar 10, 2015
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 08-129 dated November 12, 2008. Customer states that the reception of satellite radio occasionally fades or drops out. The information display may show a message related to the satellite
A911578 2011500-
Mar 10, 2015
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 08-129 dated November 12, 2008. Customer states that the reception of satellite radio occasionally fades or drops out. The information display may show a message related to the satellite
A011514 2014753-
Mar 9, 2015
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 01 number 13-09 dated June 21, 2013. The use of contaminated gasoline or gasoline with a low content of deposit control additives may result in excessive accumulation of deposits on intake valves,
A171557 2010043-
Mar 6, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 17 number 13-35 dated January 9, 2013. This bulletin lists engine oils that meet Audi oil quality standards (VW 501 01, 502 00, 505 00, 505 01, and 504 00/507 00).
A011507 2028344-
Feb 13, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 01 number 13-69 dated February 14, 2013. Noises and inconsistent engine operation after cold start during the catalyst heating phase. The customer may misinterpret these symptoms as engine misfiri
A001470 2039206-
Dec 10, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
High quality media files (video and sound) are now integrated into technical service bulletins on a case-by-case basis. Media files can now be viewed on any smartphone or tablet. Audi of America has started to host its TSB videos outside of
00147020392061
Dec 10, 2014
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
High quality media files (video and sound) are now integrated into technical service bulletins on a case-by-case basis. Media files can now be viewed on any smartphone or tablet.
00147020392061
Dec 10, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
High quality media files (video and sound) are now integrated into technical service bulletins on a case-by-case basis. Media files can now be viewed on any smartphone or tablet.
00147020392061
Dec 10, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
High quality media files (video and sound) are now integrated into technical service bulletins on a case-by-case basis. Media files can now be viewed on any smartphone or tablet.
00147020392061
Dec 10, 2014
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
High quality media files (video and sound) are now integrated into technical service bulletins on a case-by-case basis. Media files can now be viewed on any smartphone or tablet.
Accessories Oper
Dec 4, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is an advance notice for Audi of America employees. This notice contains information for the accessories operations technical bulletin.
44145520103346
Oct 21, 2014
200000 WHEELS
Tightening wheel bolts
A441455 2010334-
Oct 12, 2014
200000 WHEELS
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 44 number 13-46 dated December 9, 2013. Wheel bolt requires torque adjustment.
Edition106
Oct 6, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Audi Elsa Newsletter
A641436 2020552-
Sep 23, 2014
131000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
Windshield is streaked, has a snakeskin appearance, or its surface feels rough. Residue from industrial fallout as well as normal road dirt and grime may accumulate on windshield.
Edition102
Sep 8, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Audi Elsa Newsletter
Guide
Aug 29, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Quick Reference Update Guide
A001467 2002047-
Jul 31, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 00 number 14-61 dated May 1, 2014. Technician preparation when calling the Audi Technical Assistance Center (TAC).
Edition96
Jul 28, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Technical bulletins and updates
001465201173210
Jul 15, 2014
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) details the general process for carrying out a Software Version Management (SVM) software update for any TSB or Update.
001465201173210
Jul 15, 2014
280100 BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
This Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) details the general process for carrying out a Software Version Management (SVM) software update for any TSB or Update.
001465201173210
Jul 15, 2014
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
This Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) details the general process for carrying out a Software Version Management (SVM) software update for any TSB or Update.
A001465 2011732-
Jul 15, 2014
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 00 number 12-32 dated February 7, 2012. This Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) details the general process for carrying out a Software Version Management (SVM) software update for any TSB or Update
AUD4927ENG
Jul 10, 2014
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Due to new Minnesota state regulations regarding biofuels, biodiesel blends of B5 or less may not be available in the State of Minnesota.
A911450 2018187-
Jul 10, 2014
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 13-02 dated August 30, 2013. Customer may report that cracking, grinding, rattling, humming, whining, or similar interference is coming from one or more speakers. Parts of the speakers (
Edition92
Jun 30, 2014
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
Idenifying and mixing factory fill engine coolants
A191450 2025303-
Jun 20, 2014
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 13-41 dated June 20, 2013. Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for service
Edition90
Jun 16, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Technical bulletins and updates
Edition89
Jun 9, 2014
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
ElsaPro Software update and technical bulletins
Edition89
Jun 9, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
ElsaPro Software update and technical bulletins
37143120130025
Jun 3, 2014
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
ATF pan leaks
37 14 31 2013002
Jun 3, 2014
103240 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT:SEALS/GASKETS
As the sump pan gasket settles, the torque of the bolts decreases and the seal may leak. Automatic transmission fluid is leaking at the sump pan gasket.
37 14 31 2013002
Jun 3, 2014
100000 POWER TRAIN
As the sump pan gasket settles, the torque of the bolts decreases and the seal may leak. Automatic transmission fluid is leaking at the sump pan gasket.
37 14 31 2013002
Jun 3, 2014
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
As the sump pan gasket settles, the torque of the bolts decreases and the seal may leak. Automatic transmission fluid is leaking at the sump pan gasket.
A371431 2013002-
Jun 3, 2014
103600 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 37 number 11-19 dated January 31, 2011. Automatic transmission fluid is leaking at the sump pan gasket. As the sump pan gasket settles, the torque of the bolts decreases and the seal may leak.
A371431 2013002-
Jun 3, 2014
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 37 number 11-19 dated January 31, 2011. Automatic transmission fluid is leaking at the sump pan gasket. As the sump pan gasket settles, the torque of the bolts decreases and the seal may leak.
37 13 07 2033658
May 29, 2014
100000 POWER TRAIN
Vehicle lacks power or will not move after stop due to simultaneous depressing of the brake and accelerator pedals
37143020036586
May 28, 2014
100000 POWER TRAIN
Vehicle lacks power or will not move after stop due to simultaneous depressing of the brake and accelerator pedals
37 14 30 2003658
May 28, 2014
252100 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
This condition may be caused when the brake pedal and the accelerator pedal are depressed simultaneously. Drivers who drive with their left foot resting on the brake pedal are prone to experience this condition. With the introduction of El
37 14 30 2003658
May 28, 2014
100000 POWER TRAIN
This condition may be caused when the brake pedal and the accelerator pedal are depressed simultaneously. Drivers who drive with their left foot resting on the brake pedal are prone to experience this condition. With the introduction of El
A371430 2003658-
May 28, 2014
101100 POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE)
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 37 number 13-07 dated May 29, 2013. Customer states that the engine returns to idle speed of approximately 1,400 RPM although the accelerator is depressed, and/or the vehicle hesitates (lacks powe
Update91i8
May 13, 2014
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Google Maps Street View (NVLW))
Edition79
Mar 31, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Technical bulletins and updates
A911429 2026888-
Mar 19, 2014
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 12-50 dated August 1, 2012. Echo effects, caller on either end cannot hear conversation, sound distortion or feedback, and the sound is distorted, hisses, or scrapes occur during a phone
TSB-69-13-27
Dec 10, 2013
140000 AIR BAGS
AUDI: THE CONNECTOR BETWEEN AIRBAG AND SEAT HARNESS HAS A SPORADIC HIGH RESISTANCE DUE TO AIRBAG WARNING LAMP BEING ILLUMINATED IN INSTRUMENT CLUSTER, EVEN THOUGH SIDE AIRBAG SYSTEM IS FUNCTIONING NORMALLY. *PE
2010144/4
Dec 10, 2013
140000 AIR BAGS
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
A691327 2010144-
Dec 10, 2013
140000 AIR BAGS
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 69 number 08-11 dated December 10, 2008. The airbag warning lamp is illuminated in the instrument cluster. DTCs are stored in the airbag control module. This condition may be caused by sporadic hi
A691327 2010144-
Dec 10, 2013
141100 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 69 number 08-11 dated December 10, 2008. The airbag warning lamp is illuminated in the instrument cluster. DTCs are stored in the airbag control module. This condition may be caused by sporadic hi
TSB-44-13-46
Dec 9, 2013
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
AUDI: ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, USE CALIBRATED TORQUE WRENCH AND NOT TORQUE STICKS, TORQUE EXTENSION BARS AND IMPACT GUNS/WRENCHES NOT APPROVED FOR USAGE ON WHEEL BOLTS BY MANUFACTURER, THAT CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO BRAKE, STEERING WHEEL, HUB. MODE
44134620103345
Dec 9, 2013
200000 WHEELS
Tightening wheel bolts
A441346 2010334-
Dec 9, 2013
203000 WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 44 number 12-32 dated August 2, 2012. Wheel bolt requires torque adjustment. Torque sticks, torque extension bars, and impact guns/wrenches are not approved by Audi of America, Inc., and should no
A441346 2010334-
Dec 9, 2013
200000 WHEELS
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 44 number 12-32 dated August 2, 2012. Wheel bolt requires torque adjustment. Torque sticks, torque extension bars, and impact guns/wrenches are not approved by Audi of America, Inc., and should no
741312 2004327-4
Oct 2, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 70 number 08-39 dated December 4, 2008. Leather upholstery is dirty or stained.
741312 2004327-4
Oct 2, 2013
160000 STRUCTURE
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 70 number 08-39 dated December 4, 2008. Leather upholstery is dirty or stained.
A571394 2035367-
Sep 25, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
Various features in the rear passenger compartment are inoperative. Some features may include power rear windows, rear climate control operating unit, rear sunroof panel, rear reading lamps, rear cigarette lighters, etc. By design, many ele
A901341 2010353-
Sep 23, 2013
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 90 number 10-14 dated August 10, 2010. Cigarette lighter element will not lock into the lighter socket -U1- to begin the heating process, or the lighter element will not automatically release once
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NHTSA Safety Investigations, AUDI A4
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE08027
Opened: Apr 14, 2008 , Closed: Aug 6, 2008
ENGINE STALLING - FUEL PUMP FAILURE
IN RESPONSE TO ODI'S INFORMATION REQUEST FOR PE08-027, VOLKSWAGEN AG (VW) STATED THAT IT BELIEVES THAT THE POSSIBLE CAUSAL OR CONTRIBUTORY FACTORS OF THE ALLEGED DEFECT IN THE SUBJECT VEHICLES COULD RESULT FROM EXCESSIVE ACCUMULATION OF FOREIGN MATERIALS IN THE FUEL FILTER.IN RARE CASES, THE FUEL FI... Read more
EA04017
Opened: Jun 30, 2004 , Closed: Feb 10, 2005
STUCK-OPEN THROTTLE
VWOA HAS RECALLED APPROXIMATELY 28,300 MY 1998-99 A6 VEHICLES IN COLD WEATHER STATES THAT EXPERIENCED THE HIGHEST RATE OF THROTTLE ICING INCIDENTS IN THE SUBJECT VEHICLES (04V-495).THE FAILURE RATE IN THE A4 AND PASSAT VEHICLES IS MUCH LOWER THAN IN THE RECALLED VEHICLES.ODI WILL CONTINUE TO MONITOR... Read more
PE02008
Opened: Jan 23, 2002 , Closed: Jul 12, 2002
BRAKE AND CLUTCH PEDAL BRACKET
EA00021
Opened: Aug 11, 2000 , Closed: Mar 29, 2002
DEGRADED BRAKING IN WET WEATHER
There is no summary currently available
PE00016
Opened: Apr 4, 2000 , Closed: Aug 11, 2000
DEGRADED BRAKING WET WEATHER CONDITION
There is no summary currently available
RQ00009
Opened: Mar 21, 2000 , Closed: Nov 30, 2000
IGNITION SWITCH
There is no summary currently available
RQ99008
Opened: Jun 1, 1999 , Closed: Nov 14, 2000
POWER BRAKE BOOSTER VACUUM BY-PASS
There is no summary currently available
AUDI A4 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the AUDI A4 across all model years (1995, 2022).
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Total Recalls
3,689
Total Complaints
7
Investigations
148
Reported Crashes
72
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
AUDI A4 - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 0 | 4 | View |
| 2023 | 0 | 19 | View |
| 2022 | 3 | 10 | View |
| 2021 | 4 | 19 | View |
| 2020 | 3 | 230 | View |
| 2019 | 1 | 16 | View |
| 2018 | 1 | 80 | View |
| 2017 | 1 | 75 | View |
| 2016 | 0 | 18 | View |
| 2015 | 0 | 24 | View |
| 2014 | 0 | 38 | View |
| 2013 | 0 | 28 | View |
| 2012 | 0 | 23 | View |
| 2011 | 0 | 17 | View |
| 2010 | 0 | 77 | View |
| 2009 | 2 | 150 | View |
| 2008 | 4 | 204 | View |
| 2007 | 3 | 226 | View |
| 2006 | 3 | 343 | View |
| 2005 | 4 | 267 | View |
| 2004 (current) | 3 | 225 | |
| 2003 | 4 | 282 | View |
| 2002 | 2 | 218 | View |
| 2001 | 3 | 153 | View |
| 2000 | 5 | 115 | View |
| 1999 | 7 | 242 | View |
| 1998 | 6 | 321 | View |
| 1997 | 8 | 119 | View |
| 1996 | 6 | 133 | View |
| 1995 | 2 | 1 | View |